We’ll try & win IPL 2025 final for Kohli: RCB captain Patidar
As Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) prepares to face Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 final on Tuesday, their captain Rajat Patidar has expressed his determination to win the title for his predecessor and legend Virat Kohli. Patidar, who is leading the team for the first time in an IPL final, has emphasized the importance of this match and his desire to make Kohli proud.
In a pre-match press conference, Patidar said, “We will try and win this for Virat Kohli. He has done so well for India and RCB over the years. He has been a great leader and a fantastic player for us. We want to make him proud and win the title for him.”
Kohli is the most successful captain in RCB’s history, having led the team to the playoffs six times and the final three times. Although he is no longer the captain, his presence still looms large over the team. Patidar, who is the fourth captain after Anil Kumble, Daniel Vettori, and Kohli to lead RCB in the IPL final, understands the responsibility that comes with leading the team in such a high-pressure match.
Patidar’s statement is a testament to the respect and admiration he has for Kohli, who has been an integral part of RCB’s success over the years. Kohli’s leadership and batting skills have been a major factor in RCB’s growth as a team, and his influence can still be seen in the current squad.
RCB has had a remarkable run in the IPL 2025, winning 11 out of their 15 matches to finish second in the points table. They have been impressive in their recent form, winning five of their last six matches. PBKS, on the other hand, have been inconsistent, but they have shown glimpses of brilliance in their campaign.
The final will be a thrilling encounter, with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. RCB will rely on their strong batting lineup, which has been bolstered by the return of Glenn Maxwell, to post a big total. Their bowling attack, led by Wanindu Hasaranga and Harshal Patel, has been impressive, and they will look to contain PBKS’ strong batting unit.
PBKS, on the other hand, will bank on their explosive batting lineup, which features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Mayank Agarwal, and Liam Livingstone. Their bowling attack, led by Kagiso Rabada and Arshdeep Singh, has been consistent throughout the tournament, and they will look to restrict RCB’s strong batting lineup.
The IPL 2025 final will be a high-stakes match, with both teams eager to lift the title. RCB’s determination to win the title for Kohli will add an extra layer of motivation to their performance. Patidar’s statement has set the tone for the final, and it will be interesting to see how the team responds to the pressure.
The IPL 2025 final is set to be an exciting encounter, with both teams having the potential to lift the title. RCB’s determination to win for Kohli will make the match even more thrilling, and fans can expect a high-scoring encounter with plenty of twists and turns.
